how to reduce the number of times you defrost? small fridges (at least some of them) are not frost free.?

Question

Applying glycerine before plugging fridge was one suggestion, but that made no difference.

Answer 1

They frost up because moisture gets in. Do not open it too much or for long periods of time.
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Answer 2

The reason the frost builds up is air gets inside of the frig. The air has moisture and the cold causes it to be released. Thus the moisture is frozen causing the frost on the walls. First take a strip of paper and close it in the door with the seal. Then pull it out. There should be a small amount of resistance on the paper. Keep moving the paper all the way around the door even the hinged side. There should be the same amount of resistance all the way around. If not then the door needs to be adjusted. When it is sealed properly the only way air gets in is when it is opened. The other thing is space. The more stuff that you have in the frig. The less air can get in. The emptier the frig. the more frost. I bought a freezer 6 months ago I keep it full even if I have to put milk jugs full of water in it . I hsven't had to defrost it yet. Good luck.

Answer 3

Don't use the freezer if you dont need it or turn the freezer to the minimum setting. Keeping the refridgerator stocked keeps the cold in and air out. If you open the door more than a few second all the cold air inside will naturally flow out and be replaced by warm moist air. The humidity in this warm air condensates on the freezer and produces frost.

Answer 4

Keep it well-stocked.

Make sure it is on level ground (if not, the fridge will twist a fraction and the door won't seal properly).

Check the thermostat (not too cold or it will ice up quickly).

Keep door seals in good order. This is where warm, moist air gets in and causes the problem.

Don't leave it open too long. Raid it like a commando instead of gazing longingly at the contents.